Oregon's Minimum Wage Went Up July 1
Oregon raised its minimum wage rates by 50 cents per hour across all three tiers on July 1, 2026.
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On February 13, 2026, New York amended the “Trapped at Work Act”, which restricts so-called “stay-or-pay” agreements.
Payroll is one of the most essential functions in any organization, yet it’s rarely examined as closely as other operational costs.
New York has drawn a firmer line around how employers can evaluate candidates. On December 19, 2025, the state passed a law that restricts the use of consumer credit history in employment decisions.
Effective January 1, 2026, the IRS updated how certain Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) contributions must be treated for federal tax purposes.
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New York State has announced updated salary thresholds for overtime exemptions that took effect on January 1, 2026.
In 2026, minimum wage rates will increase again across several states—continuing multi-year wage plans in some regions and reflecting inflation-driven adjustments in others.
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